1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Britannia; Silver Proof) 1998 front 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Britannia; Silver Proof) 1998 back
1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Britannia; Silver Proof) 1998 photo
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1 Crown - Elizabeth II Britannia; Silver Proof

1998 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1998
Value
1 Crown (0.25)
Currency
Crown Coinage (1967-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#371731
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of mythical Britannia facing right

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITANNIA
1 CROWN

Edge

Reeded

Comment

For the second year running, the Gibralar Government issued a series of Crowns commemorating some of the famous classical figures of ancient mythology.

Britannia was a Goddess of Victory, guardian of the British Isles, who was modelled on the Celtic Goddess, Brigantia.

Interesting fact

The 1998 Gibraltar 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Britannia; Silver Proof) coin features a unique design, showcasing Britannia, the symbol of Britain, standing on the shores of Gibraltar, with the Mediterranean Sea and the Rock of Gibraltar in the background. This design was created by sculptor and engraver, Raphael Maklouf.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998  10000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Crown - Elizabeth II (Britannia; Silver Proof) 1998 coin.